Members Event: Hot Cocoa Bar
2026-01-13 11:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | PA
Enjoy 4–5 tasting stations featuring unique hot cocoas inspired by different global traditions. Each station offers its own cultural twist, flavors, and fun pairings—perfect for exploring something new while connecting with fellow members.

Member's Event: Valentines Day Breakfast
2026-02-10 09:30 - 11:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Kick off your morning with a build-your-own breakfast bar, meaningful connections, and a little community love. This gathering is designed to bring founders together in a relaxed, welcoming space where you can share wins, meet fellow entrepreneurs, and make intentional connections based on what you’re building and what you need right now. Come for the food, stay for the conversations, and leave feeling supported, inspired, and connected to the Ascender community.
Build-Your-Own Breakfast Bar – Menu

Pancakes or Waffles or French Toast
Eggs
Hashbrowns
Turkey bacon
Fruit salad
Drinks

Problem Solving Sessions at Ascender
2026-02-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Building a business comes with real challenges, and you don’t have to tackle them alone. Our Problem Solving Sessions create a collaborative space where Ascender members can bring a real business challenge and receive thoughtful feedback and fresh perspectives from fellow founders and the Ascender community.

Held every 3rd Tuesday of each month, come ready to share, listen, and solve together.

Brown Bag Lunch at Ascender
2026-02-25 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Bring your lunch and join us for a casual, interactive learning experience designed for founders who are actively building. Each session focuses on a practical business topic, broken down at a foundational level so you can learn, ask questions, and walk away with insights you can immediately implement. Along the way, you’ll connect with fellow Ascender members, meet new founders, and share real experiences from your entrepreneurial journey.
Happening the last Wednesday of every month, come grow, learn, and build community with us.

Members Event: Pi Day Pie Contest
2026-03-10 12:00 - 13:30 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
We’re hosting our annual Pi Day Pie Contest! 🥧 Bring your best pie to the kitchen, sample the entries, and cast your vote for a favorite. The winning pie (and baker!) will take home a trophy and some serious bragging rights.
Let us know if you’re coming by emailing info@ascenderpgh.com.

Member Event: Cornhole Tournament
2026-04-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Game on, Ascenders! Join us for Ascender’s Cornhole Tournament where bragging rights are on the line and friendly competition is highly encouraged. Team up, test your aim, and battle it out in a high-energy showdown filled with laughs, trash talk (the friendly kind), and community connection. Whether you’re a seasoned cornhole champ or a confident rookie, this tournament is your chance to rep your skills, meet fellow members, and claim ultimate Ascender glory. Bags fly, scores rise, may the best team win! 🏆

Problem Solving Sessions at Ascender
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-22 00:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-12-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Building a business comes with real challenges, and you don’t have to tackle them alone. Our Problem Solving Sessions create a collaborative space where Ascender members can bring a real business challenge and receive thoughtful feedback and fresh perspectives from fellow founders and the Ascender community.

Held every 3rd Wednesday of each month, come ready to share, listen, and solve together.
